chandelier

[shan-dl-eer]

noun

1. a decorative, sometimes ornate, light fixture suspended from a ceiling, usually having branched supports for a number of lights.

chandelier

/ ˌʃændɪˈlɪə /

noun

1. an ornamental hanging light with branches and holders for several candles or bulbs

Other Word Forms

• chandeliered adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of chandelier¹

1655–65; < French: literally, something that holds candles; chandler

Word History and Origins

Origin of chandelier¹

C17: from French: candleholder, from Latin _candelabrum

Example Sentences

Lady Constance shrieked and tried to climb on the chandelier.

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The dark wood paneling, sparkling chandeliers, and patterned carpets were as luxurious as one would find in any fine house, but there was a subtle, masculine difference in the feeling of the place.

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The main dining room alone featured six chandeliers.

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The massive chandelier hanging from the ceiling was swaying, its crystals clinking together.

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“Terrible what happened to him in terms of opera and with regard to being burned by a chandelier.”

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